Exploring North America one road trip at a time.
Atlanta is one of my favorite places to visit. This may shock you because after my very first visit I once swore that I would never step foot in Atlanta again. Well, you know what happens when you say never, right? Yep. That’s right. Someone up above definitely has a sense of humor. Not only did…
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Are you planning a trip to Atlanta with teens and feel a bit overwhelmed? We’ve been there and wrote this post to be helpful and give readers and idea of things to do in Atlanta with teenagers based on our personal experience. This post includes affiliate links. The bustling city of Atlanta offers world-class attractions and fun for the…
In the fall, I joined my husband and oldest son on a work trip to Atlanta. This wasn’t our first trip to the mega-city. We’ve visited many times before. And honestly, it was not love at first site. After the initial trip, I swore I’d never visit Atlanta again. But we did. Over. And over. And…
Asking a roadside attraction enthusiast to choose their favorite roadside attraction is like asking a parent to choose their favorite child. It’s an impossible feat. And once a roadside attraction junkie, always a roadside attraction junkie so that list of favorites is likely to change with each new road trip you embark on. I know…
Roadside attractions have a special place in my heart. Maybe it’s because I love things that are quirky and unusual; the things that you don’t see everyday. Or maybe it’s due to the budget conscious side of me that tries to stretch our travel budget just a little bit further, so we can see more,…
Several years ago, the kids and I accompanied my husband to Atlanta. While he spent his days working, the kids and I spent our days acclimating ourselves to the South and exploring the city. When I spotted the sign announcing the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic site, the birthplace of Martin Luther King, Jr.,…
While visiting the Atlanta area, the kids and I couldn’t help but notice a unique structure not far from our hotel in Marietta. I wanted to take a picture of this roadside attraction near Atlanta, but wouldn’t you know that was one of the times that I’d left my camera in our hotel room? After…
Blaster Boats at Callaway Gardens There has been a time or two in my life that I have said something that I probably shouldn’t have said. Let’s just say that I’m not proud of the phrases that I’ve uttered that have shown my lack of intelligence. This past weekend my family was having…
Located in Pine Mountain, Georgia, Callaway Gardens is a special treat for the entire family. Whether you’re seeking some rest and relaxation amid the beautiful tranquil gardens and easy walking paths, or prefer a weekend of adventure, Callaway Gardens has just what you’re looking for. Here are ten reasons, you’re sure to love Callaway Gardens….
La Quinta Inn & Suites 3944 River Pl Dr Macon, GA 31210 478-475-0206 We’ve stayed at a lot of hotels over the years. For the past two, we’ve been partial to the La Quinta chain. Partly because we normally travel with our beloved pound puppy, and lool for pet friendly properties, partly because we don’t like…
Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site located near Cartersville, Georgia, is an easy drive from the Atlanta area and is a great place to stop and stretch your legs for those traveling along the I-75 corridor. Reminiscent of a National Park, visitors enter the park through a Visitors Center, where you begin a self-guided tour….
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